Plant Type
Prunus africana is a handsome evergreen tree with a spreading crown. The leaves, when crushed, have a faint smell of almonds. It will tolerate moderate frost. Very rare outside protected areas.
Plant Description
Prunus africana is a handsome evergreen tree with a spreading crown. The leaves, when crushed, have a faint smell of almonds. It is a moderately fast-growing tree which is sensitive to heavy frost, preferring areas where there is regular rain; it will tolerate moderate frost.
Prunus africana is very rare outside protected areas due to over-harvesting of the bark for medicinal purposes.